How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND138 - Visibility setting &1 in step &2 of tendering profile not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Visibility setting &1 in step &2 of tendering profile not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND138 - Visibility setting &1 in step &2 of tendering profile not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND138 typically indicates that there is an issue with the visibility settings in the tendering profile within the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. This error occurs when the visibility setting specified for a particular step in the tendering profile is not valid or not configured correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Visibility Setting: The visibility setting specified for a step in the tendering profile does not exist or is not correctly defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the tendering profile or the visibility settings associated with it.
  Missing Authorization: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or modify the visibility settings.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the tendering profile or the visibility settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Visibility Settings: Review the visibility settings defined for the tendering profile. Ensure that the settings are valid and correctly configured.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration in SAP TM and verify the visibility settings for the specific step mentioned in the error message.
  
  
  
  Update Tendering Profile: If the visibility setting is incorrect, update the tendering profile to use a valid visibility setting.
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining tendering profiles (e.g., /SCMTMS/TEND_PROFILE) and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the tendering profile and its visibility settings.
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring visibility settings in the tendering profile.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the tendering process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring tendering profiles.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Review any training materials or documentation related to SAP TM and tendering profiles to ensure proper understanding and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.